Clearwater to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clearwater from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Clearwater to Tuscaloosa is 460 miles (740.3 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NW of Clearwater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 552 miles, taking about 11h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Clearwater in Florida and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clearwater and Tuscaloosa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.